Nina Gribben
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Accomplished nonprofit and social work leader with more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience directing programs, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations. Master of Social Work graduate with extensive expertise in Rapid Re-Housing, Youth Transitional Housing, Housing First, HUD compliance, program evaluation, grant-funded services, and trauma-informed care. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, build strategic community partnerships, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop innovative solutions that increase housing stability and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RRH & Youth Transitional Housing Program Manager
SAMMinistries
San Antonio, TX
07.2022 - Current
- Lead daily operations for the Rapid Re-Housing and Youth Transitional Housing programs, ensuring high-quality, client-centered services that promote housing stability and long-term self-sufficiency.
- Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate case management staff while promoting professional growth and accountability.
- Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, federal funding requirements, and organizational policies.
- Monitor program outcomes, quality assurance measures, and HMIS data integrity.
- Develop and strengthen partnerships with landlords, Coordinated Entry providers, behavioral health agencies, and community organizations.
- Lead complex case consultations and provide crisis intervention support to staff.
- Utilize program evaluation methods to improve service delivery and participant outcomes.
- Promote equitable access to permanent housing while reducing barriers for vulnerable populations.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning, program development, policy implementation, and continuous quality improvement.
- Represent the organization in community meetings, collaborative initiatives, and stakeholder partnerships.
TDHCA Rapid Rehousing Case Manager
SAMMinistries
San Antonio, TX
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided intensive case management to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized housing stability plans.
- Assisted participants in locating and securing permanent housing.
- Coordinated rental assistance, utility assistance, and landlord negotiations.
- Connected participants to employment, healthcare, behavioral health, education, and mainstream community resources.
- Maintained accurate HMIS documentation and case records.
- Advocated for participants while utilizing trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
- Collaborated with landlords, community providers, and Coordinated Entry partners to support successful housing outcomes.
Prevention & Diversion Coordinator
South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless
San Antonio, TX
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Work with the community to develop strategies for homelessness prevention and diversion by creating new community policies
- Provide initial and ongoing support and technical assistance to partners utilizing prevention and diversion
- Coordinate new and existing community resources to systematically address system gaps
- Oversee the youth diversion program to end youth homelessness
- Complete assessments of homeless individuals to get them housed.
House Manager Supervisor/Intake Coordinator/Case Manager
Shepherds Gate
Livermore, CA
03.2016 - 10.2020
- Supervise a team of six house managers and provide support and guidance when needed to navigate crisis intervention.
- Supervise a volunteer intake team responsible for answering the crisis line and returning calls promptly.
- Responsible for maintaining safety and ensuring residential halls are following all policies and procedures.
- Administer drug, alcohol, and nicotine testing to residents.
- Responsible for demographic reporting and grant support.
- Provide crisis counseling to women and children in the residential program.
- Responsible for screening, and completing the intake process with all new residents.
- Provide advocate court support, domestic violence, sexual assault, and homelessness support.
- Provide case management to clients.
Area Supervisor
Regis Corp
San Ramon, CA
11.2001 - 03.2016
- Assisting in performance management and coordinating employee training and needs.
- Responsible for the performance of 10 salons not limited to sales, maintenance, employee relations and customer service.
- Conduct investigations related to business matters, maintain confidential reports and documents.
- Ensure all employees adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Direct report for any human resource needs.
Education
Masters - Social Work
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2020
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA12.2020
Certified Citizens Police Department Member - Criminology
Livermore Police Department
Livermore, CA12.2018
Certified Sexual Assault Advocate/Crisis Counselor - Criminology
Tri Valley Haven
Livermore, CA10.2015
Skills
- Housing First Model Implementation
- Case Management & Crisis Intervention
- Landlord Engagement & Housing Retention
- HUD Compliance & Coordinated Entry Systems
- Team Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Resource Navigation & Advocacy
- Program Coordination & Service Evaluation
Certification
- 65-hour sexual assault/domestic violence certified crisis counselor
- Trust Based Relational Intervention training
- CPS reporting training
- Celebrate Recovery training
- 16-week Citizen Police Academy
- Accredited Certificate in Psychology and Therapy of Addictions Accredited Certificate in Counseling for Sexual Abuse
- Accredited Certificate in Addiction Counseling
- HMIS Proficient/Homelink Certified Trainer
Timeline
RRH & Youth Transitional Housing Program Manager
SAMMinistries
07.2022 - Current
TDHCA Rapid Rehousing Case Manager
SAMMinistries
03.2021 - 07.2022
Prevention & Diversion Coordinator
South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless
12.2020 - 03.2021
House Manager Supervisor/Intake Coordinator/Case Manager
Shepherds Gate
03.2016 - 10.2020
Area Supervisor
Regis Corp
11.2001 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Las Positas College
Certified Citizens Police Department Member - Criminology
Livermore Police Department
Certified Sexual Assault Advocate/Crisis Counselor - Criminology
Tri Valley Haven
Masters - Social Work
Grand Canyon University